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Why choose Geisinger for vascular surgery?

Vascular conditions affect blood flow, mobility and overall health. Here, vascular surgeons treat artery and vein conditions using advanced imaging, minimally invasive procedures and complex vascular surgery, including AI-powered screening to identify aortic aneurysms earlier. Most patients can see a vascular surgeon within 7 days — no referral necessary.

Many procedures take place in hybrid operating rooms that combine imaging technology with surgical capabilities, so complex procedures can often be done in a single visit, with one recovery period.

Geisinger Medical Center, Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center and Geisinger Community Medical Center have each received the SVS VQI Commitment to Vascular Quality Improvement Award — a recognition that reflects ongoing review of outcomes, quality improvement and long-term follow-up care.

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FAQs

What’s vascular surgery?

Vascular surgery treats conditions that affect the arteries, veins and the lymphatic system. Vascular surgeons diagnose and manage blood flow problems throughout the body, including aneurysms, blocked arteries and vein disease.

When is it time to see a vascular surgeon?

Talk to your doctor if you have leg pain, swelling, nonhealing wounds, varicose veins or other circulation problems. Screening and early treatment may help lower your risk for serious vascular complications.

Risk factors for vascular disease include:

  • Diabetes
  • High blood pressure
  • High cholesterol
  • Smoking
  • Obesity
  • Family history of vascular disease
  • Sedentary lifestyle

Having risk factors does not mean you’ll develop vascular disease, but regular screenings and follow-up care can help identify problems earlier.

 

What’s the difference between open and minimally invasive vascular surgery?

Open vascular surgery uses larger incisions to access and repair blood vessels directly. Minimally invasive vascular surgery, also called endovascular surgery, uses small incisions, catheters and imaging guidance to treat blood vessel conditions.

What types of vascular surgery do you offer?

Vascular surgeons perform both minimally invasive and traditional open procedures to treat artery and vein conditions throughout the body.

Minimally invasive procedures include:

  • Abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) repair: Stenting is frequently done for standard AAAs and even for very complex aneurysms.
  • Angiography testing: Uses imaging and contrast dye to evaluate blood flow and identify blocked or narrowed arteries.
  • Carotid artery stenting: Places a small mesh tube called a stent in the carotid artery to improve blood flow to the brain.
  • Endovascular surgery: Uses small incisions, catheters and imaging guidance to treat blood vessel conditions.
  • Lower extremity angioplasty and stenting: Common procedure to open blockages in the leg.
  • Thoracic aneurysm repair: Most thoracic aneurysms can be treated using minimally invasive stent graft procedures.

Open surgical procedures include:

  • Abdominal aneurysm surgery: Repairs a weakened or enlarged section of the abdominal aorta.
  • Carotid endarterectomy: Removes plaque buildup from the carotid artery to lower stroke risk.
  • Lower extremity bypass surgery: Creates a new path for blood flow around a blocked artery in the leg.

Your surgeon will recommend the safest and most effective treatment approach based on your condition and overall health.

What is AI screening for aortic aneurysm?

Geisinger's vascular team developed and validated a machine-learning model that identifies patients who should be screened for abdominal aortic aneurysm. Rather than relying on age and smoking history alone, the model incorporates genomic and clinical data to flag patients who may benefit from screening. This helps us catch aneurysms earlier, when treatment is most effective.

Vascular surgery at Geisinger 

Here, your vascular surgeons diagnose and treat artery and vein conditions using advanced imaging, minimally invasive procedures and coordinated specialty care. We offer:

  • Minimally invasive procedures: Whenever possible, surgeons use endovascular techniques that use smaller incisions and support faster recovery.
  • Collaboration across specialties: Vascular surgeons work closely with cardiology, nephrology, cardiothoracic surgery and wound care teams to coordinate treatment.
  • Advanced facilities: Four dedicated hybrid operating suites across 3 campuses combine full surgical capability with advanced imaging — allowing complex, multi-step procedures under a single anesthesia.